Environmental Services Director - Maintenance Mana

Company: New Perspective Senior Living
Location: Long Grove
Posted on: September 16, 2022

Job Description:

*New Perspective in Long Grove is seeking an Environmental Services Director!**Position Summary*As the *Environmental Services Director*, you will be responsible for overseeing and directing the maintenance and housekeeping department. You will comply with federal and state laws and regulations as well as Company's policies and procedures.*Responsibilities** Supervises maintenance and housekeeping team members in completing maintenance/housekeeping tasks at physical plant.* Ensures all maintenance and housekeeping team members follow all New Perspective policies and procedures.* Recruits, hires, train, disciplines, and terminates maintenance and housekeeping team members.* Oversees maintenance of community plumbing, electrical, HVAC, elevators and kitchen systems.* Manages capital expenditures and special projects.* Determines action to be taken for major repairs; undertakes identification and negotiation of rates to complete repair work from third-party vendors; makes recommendations regarding same.* Directs set-up and break down for community events.* Develops and responsible for managing the monthly/annual budget for the maintenance department.* Maintains maintenance logs, fire drill logs, water temperature logs, and records of disaster drills.* Responsible for overseeing the TELS preventative maintenance management process.* Responsible for overseeing 72-hour room turnover and readiness.* Conducts retention activities to ensure adequate levels of engaged team members.* Performs minor carpentry, flooring, painting, and maintenance functions, if needed.* Communicates and interacts with residents, families and team members in a kind, respectful and effective way.* Know your residents! Memorize social histories to engage with residents.* Champions hospitality and delivers excellent customer service to residents, families, visitors, and vendors.* Attends and participates in team meetings including New Perspective Town Hall and departmental meetings.* Satisfies and monitors education needs through the Learning Management System and other resources.* Ensures that an attractive home environment exists at all times with a milieu that fosters engagement, socialization and purposeful living.*Qualifications** Associate degree or equivalent training/certification with strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, elevators and kitchen systems.* Ability to manage other personnel in the performance of maintenance tasks* Ability to prioritize maintenance projects* Experience working with older adults in senior living, long-term care, home health or other health care setting. Has demonstrated ability or strong desire to engage with residents with dementia* Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Empathy for the challenges experienced by residents, families and team members and the problem-solving skill sets to support them.* Strong computer skills and ability to interact with a variety of electronic devices.* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing using the English language.* Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.* Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.*Why New Perspective Senior Living? *_A career with a purpose starts here!_This is an exciting time to join New Perspective. We are a growing company serving over 2,000 seniors today with a goal of reaching 10,000 by 2025. Our growth is creating energy, excitement, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. We have a culture of servant leadership and collaboration that supports each team member's personal and professional development. At New Perspective you're not just an employee, you are a valued member of our team.*Team Member Benefits & Perks\*** Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance* 401(k) with Company Match!* Paid Time Off and Holidays* Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance* Voluntary Short-Term Disability* Company-Paid Long-Term Disability* Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account* Flexible Spending Accounts* Education assistance - up to $5,000 per calendar year!* Leadership Development & Career Advancement* Real-time Access to Earned Wages* Referral Bonuses* Employee Assistance Program* Benefits vary by full-time, part-time, and PRN status.New Perspective is an Equal Opportunity Employer.INDHPJob Type: Full-timeSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to Friday* Weekend availabilityWork Location: One location

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